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Product

Journal Publication: Strategies for Success: A Qualitative Study of Caregiver and Dentist Approaches to Improving Oral Care for Children with Autism

Center:

CA-USC, Childrens Hospital, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2019

Contact Information:

Jose Polido
[email protected]
323-361-4116

Product Description:

Oral health is important to physical and psychological health. Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience significant oral care challenges, but little research exists that examines efficacious interventions to improve care. The purpose of this study was to qualitatively explore parental and dentist reports of successful strategies implemented during dental care with children with ASD.

Keyword(s):

Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dental Care, Occupational Therapy, Oral Health, Qualitative Research

Product/Publication Type(s):

Peer-reviewed publications in scholarly journals Published/In Press

Target Audience:

Professionals

Alternative Format:

To Obtain Copies (URL or Email):

https://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/aapd/pd/2019/00000041/00000001/art00011%3bjsessionid=kpmc3v7wzbd0.x-ic-live-01

COVID-19 Related Data:

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